CS&E Profile: Gary Meyer

Computer graphics, color synthesis and reproduction.

Ph.D. 1986, M.S. 1983, Computer Graphics, Cornell University

M.S. 1975, Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University

B.A. 1974, Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Research

My research focuses on color synthesis and color reproduction techniques for computer graphics. I take advantage of what is known about the human color vision system to improve the efficiency and realism of synthetic image generation techniques and to increase the accuracy and quality of the color reproduction accomplished by computer graphic devices.

Much of my work in realistic image synthesis is centered on replacing the explicit simulation of a camera with an imaging technique that incorporates more of what is known about the human visual system. In this way I hope to avoid some of the artifacts inherent in photographic techniques and to develop a more device independent representation for color.

I am also attempting to advance the state of the art in synthetic image generation by simulating the mechanisms in nature (such as refraction, scattering, and interference) that determine color. This research also provides an opportunity to address practical color reproduction problems such as the simulation of local reflection and surface appearance.

Finally, I use computer graphic techniques to visualize the gamuts of color reproduction devices. This provides a unique tool for solving color problems and for teaching color concepts.